We made it to 15 Episodes baby!!! this car is still flying down the highway!!!!

This episode we got Jacob Curry from Nashville's own KHAMSIN who is an absolute dream.

We talked about Christcore, the importance of Post Rock and who owns it now, to not be scared of emails, and what the heck Khamsin even means (it's actually super sick i promise).

Is Jacob in a coffee shop absolutely nailing this podcast while we recorded it?! Maybe!!!

Is it ok to say you liked Underoath now?!?! Yes!!!!

Here is a summary brought to you by Eddy by Headliner!

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Get an exclusive backstage pass to the life of Jacob from Khamsin, an emo musician with a knack for science. Learn about the challenges of booking tours, the evolution of music genres, and how to stay true to your band's identity in a constantly changing industry. This episode is a masterclass in navigating the highs and lows of the music world with the precision of a researcher. Listen now for a symphony of insights and inspiration.

Retrograde Coffee
[No link provided]

Elevate Coffee
[No link provided]

Starbucks
https://www.starbucks.com/

Maroon 5
https://www.maroon5.com/

Weezer
https://weezer.com/

Sinai Vessel
[No link provided]

Jimmy Eat World
https://www.jimmyeatworld.com/

The Hotelier
[No link provided]

Switchfoot
https://www.switchfoot.com/

Funeral Homes
[No link provided]

Parannoul
[No link provided]

Narrowhead
[No link provided]

Vanderbilt University Medical Center
https://www.vumc.org/

Norma Jean
https://normajeannoise.com/

Manchester Orchestra
https://www.manchesterorchestra.com/

Lost (TV Series)
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0411008/

Survivor (TV Series)
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0239195/

Valleyheart
[No link provided]

Is for Lovers Festival
[No link provided]

Suntitle
[No link provided]

Bad Luck Burger Club
[No link provided]

Dark Matter
[No link provided]

Camp Trash
[No link provided]

Smallville
[No link provided]

Copeland
https://thecopelandsite.com/

Anberlin
https://www.anberlin.com/

August Burns Red
https://augustburnsred.com/

The Devil Wears Prada
https://www.tdwpband.com/

Red Sparrows
[No link provided]

Caspian
https://caspian.band/

As Cities Burn
https://www.ascitiesburn.net/

Indian Lakes
[No link provided]

mewithoutYou
https://mewithoutyou.com/

Moving Mountains
[No link provided]

Comrades
[No link provided]

Household
[No link provided]

Title Fight
[No link provided]

Sonic Youth
https://www.sonicyouth.com/

EPISODE 14 BABY!!!! We made it through the holidays!!! this episode is coming out a few days after because everyone needs a break now and then. 

This episode is with Keith Latinen from Count Your Lucky Stars Records, Empire! Empire! (I was a lonely estate), and most recently MT ORIANDER.

In this episode we talk about moving away from a well know project and benefits of starting fresh, finding the perfect recording studio, we find out what master's degree Keith has, touring and worrying about covid, and how he picks bands for his label.

Is Keith a librarian?! Maybe!!!

Is he a DIY legend?!?!? yes!!!!

Here are the show notes created using Eddy by Headliner:

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Discover the heartbeat of indie music in our conversation with Keith Latinen of Count Your Lucky Stars Records. This episode takes you on a journey through the life of a musician and label owner who's made a significant impact on the DIY music community. Keith's insights on the industry, the creative process, and the future of music will leave you captivated and eager to hit play.

DIY STUFF MENTIONED:

Count Your Lucky Stars Records
https://countyourluckystars.bandcamp.com/

Empire! Empire! (I Was a Lonely Estate)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Empire!_Empire!_(I_Was_a_Lonely_Estate)

Mount Oriander
https://mountoriander.bandcamp.com/

Foxing
https://www.foxingtheband.com/

IO Recording
https://www.iorecording.com/

Fest
https://thefestfl.com/

Spotify
https://www.spotify.com/

Tidal
https://tidal.com/

Apple Music
https://www.apple.com/apple-music/

Death Cab for Cutie
https://deathcabforcutie.com/

Alkaline Trio
https://alkalinetrio.com/

Pat Scheffel (IO Recording)
https://www.iorecording.com/

Thank You, I'm Sorry
https://thankyouimsorry.bandcamp.com/

Spanish Love Songs
https://spanishlovesongs.com/

Camp Trash
https://camptrash.bandcamp.com/

EPISODE 13 BABY! This is our first international episode with the band REGAL CHEER from Brighton England! In this episode we talked about the differences between diy in the US versus across the pond in England, why cassettes are diy funko pops, finding the right producer for the right price, pushing past the "start" of making music, and we hear a song from their new album!

Did one of the dudes make swords for a job?! Maybe!!

Is Jersey also an island off of France?! Maybe!!!!!!!

Here is the show notes from Eddy by Headliner

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Dive into the raucous world of Regal Cheer, Brighton's own indie rock duo who defy time and space with their relentless energy. This episode is an international first, featuring Max and Harry's journey from strangers to bandmates, their DIY ethos, and the raw power of their music that feels like surviving a brawl. Listen in as they discuss their unique sound, akin to Japan Droids fueled by a bottle of Jameson, and the serendipitous path that led to their upcoming EP release. It's a story of perseverance, creativity, and the undeniable spirit of punk rock.

EPISODE 12 BABY! We got Avery from Routine Fuss and we got to dive deep about their new four song ep they released called LIVE / LAUGH / FUSS. In this episode, we dive into being lucky to find drummers, math rock, recording, the difference between live drums and programmed drums.

Did Avery drop out of composition school?! Maybe!

Does Kristy have any complete sentences?!?! Maybe!!!!!

Here is the show notes generated by Eddy by Headliner!

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Musician Avery discusses the journey behind his math rock band Routine Fuss' new album Live Laugh Fuss. We get an inside look at the challenges of pressing physical records, expanding from a solo project into a full band, and waiting to play shows during the pandemic. Avery introduces us to his collaborators like drummer Colin and bassist/songwriting partner Jordan. He shares how he balances music as a side project outside his data analytics day job. Listen in for an authentic perspective on nurturing a DIY band.

Live Laugh Fuss
https://www.discogs.com/release/

Fuss-Live-Laugh-Fuss
4--- Weatherbox
https://weatherbox.bandcamp.com/

Chord Boy
https://www.chordboy.com/

Episode 11 baby! Kristy was lucky enough to interview Sofia, the main homie behind Florida Shoegaze band Funeral Homes. Not only did they get along immediately, but they might have spent more time laughing than talking. In this episode, they dive into their new record Blue Heaven, working in retail, the fall and rise of cassettes for merch, Mickey Mouse's first rap record, and Jacksonville shoegaze venues, and of course World Market.

Is Office Depot still open?! Maybe!!!

Is shoegaze strictly winter music?!! it might be!!!

Here is the show notes from Eddy by Headliner!

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Sophia formed her band Funeral Homes in Jacksonville after posting a Craigslist ad. They went through several lineup changes but eventually recorded their debut album while Sophia worked at Office Depot. Now they're finishing their second album with producer Lon Bashiri and playing shows around Jacksonville while Sophia works retail at World Market.

Craigslist
https://www.craigslist.org

Office Depot
https://www.officedepot.com

Tallahassee
https://www.talgov.com

Jacksonville
https://www.coj.net

World Market
https://www.worldmarket.com

WE MADE IT TO TEN (10) EPISODES BABY!!! In this episode we talk to Cordell Bae from Start Ahead, a dear friend, and we talk about his multiple projects including his band Start Ahead. We talk about Narrow Head, selfishness in art, and what it means to be low stakes.

Does this episode also count as a therapy session? maybe!!

Isn't Cordell's voice like actual butter? yes!!!!!

Here is the show notes generated by Eddy by Headliner!

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This fascinating episode provides an intimate look into the musical journey of singer-songwriter Cordell Bae. From growing up immersed in music with his songwriter father to honing his own skills on piano and guitar, Cordell reflects on how making music feels like a necessary release of inner expression. He shares insights into his varied projects like acoustic outfit Mud Night and indie band Start Ahead, explaining his need to focus on creating new music rather than dwelling on the past. Host Kristy fondly recalls being impressed by Cordell's talent when they first met on the Nashville scene. Their natural rapport makes for an engaging listen as they discuss the challenges and rewards of pursuing a creative passion.

EPISODE 9 BABY!!!! I had the absolute honor to speak to one of my new favorite artists, Skylar from his project Huachua Aerostat. We talk about the incredible new record he put out Whipper & Hornet which you all need to listen to immediately. We play an amazing song at the end called MORE THAN A MACHINE and you will fall in love. We also dive into bro country, lydian modes, and whole lot of stuff.

Is Skylar an actual robot? Maybe!

Is country wrestling? Maybe!!!!!!!

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Skylar from Huachuca Aerostat joins Kristy for a fascinating discussion on the intricacies of songwriting, from finding inspiration in difficult transitions to honing the blend of synth, guitar, and autotune. With mentions of Built to Spill, melodyne pitch correction, and relating to albums in unlikely ways, their conversation delves deep into the creative process.

Episode 9 Baby!!!! I speak with a close friend Logan from OK KOALA about their new record! We talk about Writer's Rounds, how R&B fits into emo, playing shows during the pandemic, finding band member's online, making records in boxes, the bluebird cafe and Taylor Swift and FINALLY getting your band on the road.

Did Kristy learn how to mix the episode?! MAYBE!!!!

Can you guess what color Logan's hair is in the episode? You wont!!

Here are the show notes generated by Eddy from Headliner!

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In this episode, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Logan traces their musical journey from studying music in college and releasing their debut EP, to moving to Nashville and finding bandmates during the pandemic, and looking ahead to touring more in 2023. Logan and host Kristy, who have frequently collaborated, reminisce about playing local shows together this past year and discuss plans to grow their DIY promotion efforts. Listen as Logan shares what fuels their indie folk rock sound.

EPISODE 7 BABY. In this episode I speak with tenmonthsummer, chicago's new shoegaze kings who were literally the nicest dudes on the planet. We talk about art, the economy of practice spaces, finding people to play online, secret facebook groups, the reasons why we perform.

Did this episode happen at night?! Maybe!!!

Does shoegaze mean actually staring at your pedals?! YES!!!

Here are the shownotes created using Headliner AI!

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this episode of the podcast dives into the Chicago DIY music scene through an interview with the up-and-coming indie rock band TenMonthSummer. They discuss how they formed through online connections, quickly started playing shows, and are taking their time to release high quality recorded music. The band members explain their wide ranging influences from pop punk to shoegaze, and how their different tastes combine to create their unique sound. They also share their motivations for pursuing music, from the need to perform to building community in the post-COVID world. Overall, it provides an inspirational look into how a group of friends are collaborating to create art and connection through their band.

Episode summary created by https://headliner.app

BANDS MENTIONED:

Into It. Over It.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Into_It._Over_It.

Turnover
https://turnoverva.com/

Equipment
https://www.equipmenttband.com/

My Chemical Romance
https://www.mychemicalromance.com/

Taking Back Sunday
https://takingbacksunday.com/

The Wonder Years
https://thewonderyearsband.com/

Spanish Love Songs
https://www.spanishlovesongs.com/

Ten Months Summer
https://10monthssummer.bandcamp.com/

Episode 6 baby! Today, we talk with Member of Denver Emo Rock Band A Place For Owls Ben Sooy and we talk about Switchfoot Fan Podcasts, that riff iykyk, Twitter, where emo lands in the Labor movement, hope in the scene, the line between being funny and being serious, and some sick records from this year. 

Is Ben maybe the nicest guy in Denver? oh yeah probably

does Kristy laugh too much? oh YES most definitely 

~~~Here are some references and show notes made by EDDY by HEADLINER!~~~

"Emo is alive and well in the Denver music scene thanks to A Place for Owls. Hear how this DIY band progressed from weekend jams to opening for arena rockers Switchfoot. Lead singer Ben gives the lowdown on their new album, his side hustle doing band merch screenprinting, and why he prefers emo that takes itself seriously."

A Place for Owls
https://www.aplaceforowls.com/

Switchfoot
https://www.switchfoot.com/

Tim Foreman
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Foreman

Quick on My Feet
https://www.facebook.com/quickonmyfeetmusic/

Awake But Still In Bed
https://www.awakebutstillinbed.com/

Del Paxton
https://delpaxton.bandcamp.com/

Aren't We Amphibians?
https://www.arentweamphibians.com/

Equipment
https://www.equipmentband.com/